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sturdiness

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of sturdiness

the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged

  • demonstrated the suitcaseʼs sturdiness by dropping it from a third-floor window
Synonyms of sturdiness

firmness, soundness, stability, strength
Words Related to sturdiness

dependability, durability, reliability

solidity, solidness

cohesion, toughness
Near Antonyms of sturdiness

insubstantiality, unsoundness, unsubstantiality

weakness
Antonyms of sturdiness

insecurity, instability, precariousness, shakiness, unstableness, unsteadiness

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  1. Spanish Central: Translation of sturdiness Nglish: Translation of sturdiness for Spanish speakers

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